New Invasive reptile rules taking effect April 29
New Invasive reptile rules taking effect April 29
New rules designed to protect Florida from high-risk, nonnative reptiles take effect April 29 and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is helping people who have pet green iguanas and tegus come into compliance. As part of the new rules, pet owners will have 90 days from the effective date to apply for … read more
Edgewood Road Improvements Delayed
Edgewood Road Improvements Delayed
East Bay K-8 School opens this fall and will be accessed via Edgewood Drive (pictured) The Edgewood Drive improvement projects including resurfacing, construction of bike paths on both sides of the road, and a multi-use path on the west side of the road. District 4 Commissioner Dave Piech last July said the project was expected … read more
Navarre Father Pre-files for 2022 School Board Race
Navarre Father Pre-files for 2022 School Board Race
John Clinton on April 20 prefiled for the School Board District 3 Race to represent the Navarre Area. “I’m running to fight for our children and to make sure they always come first,” Clinton told South Santa Rosa News. “I want to lift up parents, teachers, faculty, staff, and administrators of this district as one … read more
New Navarre Beach Toll Bridge Discussed
New Navarre Beach Toll Bridge Discussed
Santa Rosa County Commissioners on Thursday discussed how to pay for replacing the aging Navarre Beach Bridge, including tolls. District 1 Commissioner Sam Parker said the board has been talking about it for years, noting that traffic problems on the beach have become a problem. “It’s going to be anywhere from $80-100 million,” said District … read more
Florida State Park Fees Changing for Overnight Reservations, Camping Utility Use
Florida State Park Fees Changing for Overnight Reservations, Camping Utility Use
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) state park system will implement changes to its fee schedule for camping/cabin reservations and related utility fees beginning Wednesday, May 5, 2021. Currently, fees are collected for making, changing and canceling reservations. There will be no change in these fees under the new fee schedule, and they will … read more
Developer Brings Resorts, Retail and More to Hwy. 87 S Corridor
Developer Brings Resorts, Retail and More to Hwy. 87 S Corridor
Developer Craig Kruse, left, pictured Wednesday with associate Matt Davis at Splash RV Resort & Waterpark’s twin 28-foot water slides, which empty into a lazy river. Photo by Romi White. It’s hard to keep pace with Craig Kruse, the hot shot commercial and real estate developer who has been injecting millions of dollars into Santa … read more
Stakeholders Share Concerns over Proposed Development Changes
Stakeholders Share Concerns over Proposed Development Changes
Developer Edwin Henry, who has expressed frustration with the county’s lack of response to emails and requests for information, pictured addressing commissioners during Tuesday’s Land Development Code workshop alongside County Planning and Zoning Director Shawn Ward, left. Photo by Romi White. Local stakeholders are voicing concerns over proposed revisions to Santa Rosa County’s Land Development … read more
Parents Ejected From Mask Mandate Meeting After Outbursts
Parents Ejected From Mask Mandate Meeting After Outbursts
A Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office deputy escorts a father from last night’s school board meeting. Photo by Romi White. Security was beefed up for the last night’s Santa Rosa School District COVID-19 mask mandate discussions, and by the end of the evening around a half dozen parents opposed to masking were escorted out by … read more
New Website Aims to Boost Area’s Eco-Tourism
New Website Aims to Boost Area’s Eco-Tourism
Bald eagle atop a sand dune at Fort Pickens by Perry Doggrell Santa Rosa Island Authority (SRIA), the governing body for Pensacola Beach, recently launched a new, content-rich website showcasing the many unique creatures and features of the barrier island. Pensacola Beach has long been a favorite spot for vacationers who are drawn to its … read more
Florida’s Democratic Agricultural Commissioner Claims Anti-Riot Law From “Communist Regime Playbook”
Florida’s Democratic Agricultural Commissioner Claims Anti-Riot Law From “Communist Regime Playbook”
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, during a press conference yesterday with law enforcement officials from across the state, signed House Bill 1, the “Combating Public Disorder Act,” creating a zero tolerance policy for violent and disorderly assemblies. The legislation took effect immediately. The law created new penalties for crimes of mob intimidation and cyber intimidation, … read more
